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Councilmember Moser moved to contribute $10,000.00 toward the Ike Dike studies with a caveat <br />for reimbursement as suggested. Councilmember Martin seconded. MOTION PASSED. <br />Ayes: Mayor Rigby, Councilmembers Moser, Clausen, Kaminski, <br />Engelken, Zemanek; Mosteit and Martin <br />Nays: None <br />Absent: Councilmember Leonard <br />(b) Discussion or other action regarding proposed budget items for the Fiscal Year 2015 Budget <br />— T. Leach <br />Assistant City Manager Traci Leach presented a summary. <br />Regarding Safe Sidewalk Program Phasing, Mayor Rigby questioned if there are sufficient funds for <br />the Safe Sidewalk Program or will it go into reserves. City Manager Corby Alexander responded <br />yes, it will go into reserves. <br />Councilmember Zemanek commented the Water Department's needs are more important than a <br />sidewalk. <br />Regarding Council Chamber Improvements, Councilmember Martin commented he would be in <br />favor of improvements for individuals in the audience vs. improvements to the dais. <br />Councilmember Zemanek commented Council Chambers, as is, is sufficient in his eyes. <br />Councilmember Martin suggested moving forward with cameras and TV monitors to enhance <br />audience experience. <br />City Manager Corby Alexander advised the total cost for improvements is $57,000.00, excluding <br />new chairs. <br />Council directed staff to come back to Council with chairs included in a renovation budget. <br />Regarding Tourism Initiatives, Mayor Rigby commented Jake Worthington may not be available for <br />a concert, but he would be a popular event. <br />Council directed staff to continue looking at a Jake Worthington Concert and Mardi Gras on Main <br />Street events. <br />9. REPORTS <br />(a) Receive report of La Porte Development Corporation Board — Councilmember Engelken <br />Councilmember Engelken provided a report from the La Porte Development Corporation Board <br />meeting which was held prior to the Council meeting. <br />10. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS <br />(a) Receive report from City Manager <br />• Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting, Thursday, May 15, 2014 <br />• Memorial Day Observed, Monday, May 26, 2014 <br />• La Porte Development Corporation Board Meeting, Monday, June 9, 2014 <br />• City Council Meeting, Monday, June 9, 2014 <br />• City Council Meeting, Monday June 23, 2014 <br />Page 4 of 6 <br />May 12, 2014, Council Meeting Minutes <br />